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Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
THE NEWS IN BRIEF.

Senator Sherman and party are In
Florida.
The Massachusetts house defeated the
woman suffrage resolution.
| Ex-President Hayes has 3 gas well at hi:
residence in Fremont. o.
| A free temperance club room Tor young
men has been opened in Cincinnati.
| Real estate sales Thursday at the boom
ing town of Findlay, o., reached nearly
$500, 900.
| The system of numbering the hours OF the
day from II to "a, is gaining favor with the
railroads.
The six hundred strikers at the American
| Wire works. Cleveland, have been paid of
and discharged.
Compliance with the interstate railroad
| law will probably not prevent reduced
| rates for summer tours.
The proposed transfer of the Baltimore
and Ohio presents grave difficulties that
may prevent the deal.
The United States has been relieved of
all Onus in the British admiralty treason.
r rssia is the offending party.
Friedrich payements. proved to be a
| success at Wheeling. will probably be
adopted at Mansfield and Youngstown.
A department. of agriculture report shows
that thirth-six per cent. of last years corn
crop remains in farmers hands.
! <snnons Blaine has been appointed gen.
eral freight and passenger agent of the Chi
cag5, Santa Fe and California railway.
All Austrian subjects residing or sojourn-
ing in Roumania. who are liable to military
duty in the Austrian reserves. have been
summoned to return their respective mill
tary departments
The death of Rev. VIM. T. Rowland, a
missionary in India, and his wife, at Au-
burndale, Mass. it Is thought was the re-
suit Of eating candy purchased in Montreal.
Two of their children were made very ill.
but recovered. An investigation is being
made
Ex-Secretary Manning is so sick that it is
doubtful if he will ever be able to attend to
the duties Of the bank which has chosen
him for president His condition two
weeks ago. when he went to New York to
meet the directors, was a matter Of pro-
found astonishment and regret to those who
expected to see a man in at least good men
tai condition.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
FRED DOUGLASS AT HARpER's FERRY


the COlored People.
lCor st. Louis Globe Democrat
The colored people have captured the
Ferry and are in a fair way to hold it.
They are the best dressed residents OF the
| scattered town, and live in the best houses.
Even the old Harper mansion, the windows
Of which Look up the Shenandoah on the
south and up the Potomac On the north, the
Camp Hill. with the gap and a stretch Of
the combined waters for the eastern vie ",
is at present under the control of colorei
people, who manage it as a summer resort
They have large yards about their houses.
full Of flowers and their well-tilled fields
stretch away over the hills beyond the
Town OF Boliyer.
The irony of circumstances, or the eternal
fitness Of things. perhaps has made this the
location OF one of the most numerouSly at
tended educational institutions for the peo-
pie Old o awatomie came here twenty-six
years ago to free. There are three great
square buildings on the highest point of
Camp Hill devoted to learning, AMI they
were none too capacious for those who
gathered to witness the closing exercises of
the year. The patrons of the seminary
came in every style Of vehicle, from the
stylish top buggy. drawn by a high stepping
roadster, to the "Oli Virginny- wagon with
mule-power and broad strap harness sup
plementei with an occasional bit of rope.
There were ambulances and excursion vans
with four and six horses and when the
wagons were hacked and the picnic dinner
was in full progress. the scene was we'll
worth witnes ing.
An old field hand. who was here long be-
fore John Brown came looked IN from the
distribution O: corn to his team to answer
question: -Wha, brings all YOU colored
folks here,-
Commencement. sab- be sail with a
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
.On the stage"

The Cleveland Plain Dealer of Tuesday,
March $, speaks as follows of f. +. Kid.
der's comedy ''On the Stage which is t.
be presented at the Grand tomorrow
evening:
ION the Stage" seems TO have caught
the public fancy. The farce is superior to the
general run Of such pieces. and as interpre
ted by these talented comedians and an ex
cellent company at the Park theater las
evening completely captured the audience
Leon. as Mrs. Potter Pommery, was won,
derful, and to those who had only seen hin
in burnt cork, perfect surprise. Tn,
ladies present hardly knew which to admir-,
most, Leon or his ravishing toilets. Cush
man had only tO. show himself 10 set the
house in roar and kept SO to the end. ''Or
the Stage is a sure go. Ladies should al
try and see the Only Leon and his lates,
laughable success ''Cn the Stage"
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
LOCAL 6RevtTiES.

Mrs. T. F. Casad, of Yellow Springs. was
in town today.
J. J. Clancy was arrested yesterday for
striking a neighbor's child.
c. f. Morris, esq, went to Circleville
yesterday on legal business.
Mr.. and Mrs. C. c. Fnnk and family
leave Monday for New Orleans.
Mr.. j. NJ. Mcnamara, general agent of
Hayerly's MINISTRIES, is in the city.
Judge William II. West, of Dellefon-
taine. was in town this morning.
Officer Nicklas. who has been on the sick
list for day or two, is much better.
The Clio company passed through the
city today en- route from Urbans to Xenia.
Detective George Caldwell returned this
morning from short trip down the Pan
Handle.
Miss Ella A. Carey, of Mechanicsburg, is
visiting Miss Edith Beachem. Of south
Factory street.
DR.. d. A. Long, president of Antioch
SohSSN. nSsohpohiOo W VIM "e' AZ
the city this morning.
The vicious dog which bit child on York
street on Tuesday evening was shot by OH
Ger Norton this morning.
The Springfield Metallic Casket company
shipped nineteen fine metallic ,caskets for
California and Oregon today.
The remains of Mr.. Alexander Mowatt
We're removed from the vault at Ferncliff
and buried at O'Clock this afternoon.
DR.. J. Z. Edwards, of Xenia, was in this
city this morning in consultation with DR..
Swayne concerning the health of the lat
ter's daughter.
DIR. o. l.. Cole. formerly Of Lagonda
avenue, has fitted up pleasant Office in
Morrow's building, corner of High and
Market streets.
William Wells. workman for Mast.
Foos & Co, had his left thumb nearly torn
of by having it caught in grindstOne
gearing last evening.
Charles c. Lane, of Bei)efontaine. was
stationhoused yesterday afternoon for
Mayor Goodwin gave him ST.
and costs last evening.
Mr.. Willie Rockfeld will leave next
Monday morning for Southern Florida,
where he will spend two weeks on the In
dian river, hunting ducks.
George Compton, the fireman, and Miss
Ora Cool were married at the residence of
Rev. Joseph Kyle, south Limestone street.
instead of elsewhere as stated.
Peter Bracemiller and Martha j. Unison,
George Compton and Ora Cole, Frank Lee
and Lucinda Cowan. were licensed to mar
ry during the past week. One ordered not
published.
j. b. Abel, ESQ.,. the weIl-known at
orney and non-partisan worker. has been
very i'll with a disease resembling infiam-
nation of the bowels. but is now in an i'm
proved condition.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

The last excursion for California points
will leave Springfield. o., via the Bee Line
&C. c. Il l. Ry.) on Wednesday March 23
\ large party have already agreed to go on
this date. This is positively the last OppOr-
tunity to purchase round trip tickets at the
rate now in force, as the Inter State Com
merce bill goes into effect April 4. Choice
of seven different routes will be given on
this trip. Passengers desiring to go only
one way can have extra accommodations
given without extra charge by joining this
party. For full particulars regarding
routes, rates. etc. call upon or address.
G. II. KNIGHT, Agent Bee Line Ry.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
CRAP SHOOTERS RAIoED.
The Arcade's Head Waiter in . Had
Scrape-A Zig Gang Captured.

The Arcade's Head Waiter in . Had
Scrape-A Zig Gang Captured.
Last night officers Waskey. Johnston and
Thompson. who had previously been given
some pointers, raided crap" shooting
room on Market square. They made big
haul. catching the gamblers dead to rights.
The room was operated by Tom Crosby.
head waiter at the Arcade hotel. Crosby
has always been considered clever
young man, but he has his foot
in bad muss this time.
Crosby was charged with keeping a
gambling house. and the following were ar
rested for lettering around the house: Geo.
Perkins, Sam Jones' John FriLzer. Robert
Hicks and George Washington. Jack Wet
zell was in the room when the officers en-
tered. and made bold break for liberty
through window. He got away, but was
captured almost Immediately afterward.
Crap shooting is a very common game of
chance among colOred men, but few raids
like that of last night will have tendency
to put stop to it.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
..l Am Sure"

am sure Gooch's Mexican Syrup is the
best medicine ever heard of. My baby
had been suffering with a cough for three
weeks, and six doses of the Syrup cured it.
JOHN DREFFER, JR.,
No. la West Third Street, COyingtOn, ny.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

John krautwasser, jun, living with his
parents at ll3 north Yellow Springs street,
died this morning at ; o'clock of consump-
tion. Deceased was 10 years old. The
funeral will occur at the st. Johns German
Lutheran church on Sunday at 10 a. m.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

y County Clerk J. H. Rabbits went to Co
lumbus today. The spectacle of the genial
Harry chasing wildly down Limestone
street and Just catching the 10 o'clock train
by hair r's-breadth, was q source of inno-
cent merriment" to a large constituency
But he caught the train, all the same. 1T
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Thursday evening at $50 o'clock Marion
Leonard, infant son Of John S. and Jane
Chapman. died of spasmodic Group, age 8
months and 2s days. The funeral will oc-
cur tomorrow. Saturday, at 2 p. M, at the
residence, aS4 Lagonda avenue. The in
terment will be at Newcomer cemetery.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

There is talk in Berlin to the effect that
an agreement exists between Austria and
Russia the former to take Saionica and the
latter Narna and BOurgas, Bulgar-Roumel-
ian cities. Some hitch has occurred to the
carrying out of the plan, which is believed
to be authentic, however.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

II. II. Wyman, superintendent of the
Buckus stove, manufactured by Robbins i
Myers, has returned to his home in Massa-
chusetts. During his stay in this city since
June cd. 1856. he has made host Of
friends who sincerely hope that he will re-
turn and make his home with US.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Mr.. G. W. Billow. the well-known insur-
ance agent, has gotten out handsome rail.
road time-cards. revised up to the lates,
changes. They can be had gratis on appli-
cation 10 Mr.. Biliow, at No. Arcade build
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Mr.. p. S. Gilmore, Of Chicago. north
western agent of the Queen and Crescent
railroad, is in this city today attending to
the work usually done by Mr.. Neil C. Kerr.
who is in the south on trip for the benefit
of his health.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Mr.. l.. B. Sprague, of South Charleston,
secretary of the Clark county board of agri-
culture, and a prominent and pioneer
citizen of this county, slipped and frac-
tured his ankle-bone day or two ago
while driving cattle, and is quite seriously
Ill from the effects Of it. "Uncle Lens
many friends here learn of the accident
with regret and hope for his early recov-
cry
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
Minnie Starr. the popular young

Miss Minnie Starr, the popular young
elocutionist will appear at Temperance
Hall tonight The programme will be
varied with instrumental music. One OF
two piano duets will be rendered. A rare
evenings entertainment awaits those who
attend. Admission, 25 cents; children, 10
cents.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

W. II. Gridley, son of Chester P. Gridley.
the wellknown carpenter, Of as7 west JEFF
fer>On street. had hand badly crushed
yesterday Thursday while sharpening a
tool on grindstOne at the tricycle. works
in the west end
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

RAYMOND. the infant son of James b.
and Della Chapman, died yesterday Thur
day. at 7:S0 a. IN, age months and day
The funeral occurred this afternoon at 2
O'Clock, at the residence, S75 Lagonda ave.
lnterment at Ferncliff
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
Pleasantly SRrprised.

The gentlemen boarding with Mr.. and
Mrs. G. W. Vert, Of 80 Vine street. perps-
trated pleasant surprise on him and his
excellent wife last evening. on the occasion
of their 18th marriage anniversary. About
eighty couples were present, and the even
ing was delightfully."- spent in games, cards
and refreshments. Mr.. Vert is veteran
employe of the Champion Machine Co.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

In February the Indiana. Bloomington
and Western company earned slsa. $50, a
decrease compared with February, 1885, OF
s13,S70. The Ohio Southern, under the
same management. earned S45, ,9as: an in
crease over the same month of last year.
Sl,9 94g
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
station House slate.

{. c. Marx, drunk and disorderly; Ida
Marst, disOrderly; G. X. Tucker, drunk; l.
S. Crawford. drunk; Charles Aldrich,
drunk and disOrderly. and Joshua Olds.
disorderly, were station housed yesterday
and last night.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

The annual value of tho milk product OF
this country Is about half the national debt
Consumption seekers" Is what they
call the poor. ,oidling society youths who
will not wear overcoats even in the
coldest weather.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
a Card.

Miss Mary Hicks will open her new dress
making shop on south Limestone street, just
across the hall from Butterick pattern room.
on Monday morning, March :. 1887. All old
and new customers invited to call. French
system of cutting. Positively closes at 6
p. IN.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

The body OF the two-year-old child OF
Mr.. and Mrs. Nathan Taylor was brought
last evening from Columbus to this city for
burial. The remains were placed in the
vault for the night and were buried at IL
o'clock this morning.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Harry. the six-year-old son of Henry and
Dora Huffman, died yesterday of bronchi-
It's. The funeral will occur at $50 D. m.,
Sunday. at st. Johns German Lutheran
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
An Inriptent Fire.

Yesterday afternoon at Reising's saloon
and boarding house, 100 east Main street,
somebody moved bed too close to a hot
stove and the straw tick and clothing
caught fire. The flames were extinguished
without the aid of the fire department.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

SLEEPLESS NIGHTS. made miserable
by that terrible cough. Shiloh's Cure is the
remedy for you. For sale by F. A. Gar
wood.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Vote Police Judge bill-NO. because by
its adoption the city will have two courts
with concurrent jurisdiction.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Martyrs Commercial College,
3l3 Sixth street, Washington. d. c., pro
vides practically useful business education.
No terms nor vacations. Students enter al
any time. Terms: Life scholarship, $40;
- weeks course, board. &c, S75. Send
for circular
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Vote police judge bill, No-because it is
scheme of tricksters to foist upon the city
a system which they hope to be able to
work to their own advantage.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

W. H. Stafford. of New Carlisle, who
was charged with stealing SlOo worth Of
hides from a man near Osborn some time
ago. has been convicted in the common
pleas court at Xenia for burglary and lar
ceny.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Prof. Edward Orton, Ohio state geolo-
gist. residing at Columbus. IS in the city
today
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

The republicans of the Twenty-eightl
Virginia senatorial district have nominated
Charles Worsham (coloredD for the state
senate to fill the unexpired term Of W. E.
Gaines, elected to congress from the Fourth
district. The election will take place on
Saturday
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

3Iy dear, if you do rot marry YOU will
be an old maid" Yes, but if marry I
shall ie male old
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Vote police judge bill. No-because it is
an expensive and circuitous route, and does
not even then reach reform.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

J. J. Sullivan. of Millersburg, has been
appointed National Bank examiner for
eastern Ohio. vice K c. Parsons, resigned.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
DYEING.

Ladies will please have their dyeing done
now. before the rush begins, at the Spring
field steam dye works, Center street.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Vote Police Judge bill-NO, because
has no merit.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Vote Police Judge biil-NO. and give
tricksters black eye.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Vote Police Judge bill-NO, because it
does not reform.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Vote Police Judge bill-NO, because /,
is legislation favoring the ofiice-seeker.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

absolutely pure. exquisitely perfumed, pop
ularity unprecedented. The best for
delicate skins.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
CLEANING.
California Excur.ion.

Lace curtains cleaned as nice as new; all
grades. at the Springfield steam dye works.
Center street.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
RONN<oe thatare fretful. peevish.

NON\ 90 buat 4lo IretIui, peevisns
cross, or troubled with
Windy Collie, Teething Pains. OF
Stomach Disorders, can be relieved
at once by using Acker's Baby Soother.
1t contains no Opium or Morphine,
hence is safe. Price % cents. Sold by
Frank II. Coblentz, corner Market and
High streets.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
Fingers Mutiiated.

Vote police judge bill, No-because it is
not in the interest of true reform.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

COMING ATTRACTIONS.
BLACKS Prof Crocker's celebrated
college Of educated horses. one week, COM
mencing Monday, March Z.
GRANp.-'On the Stage" Saturday,
March la.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11
REWARD

DEWARD-Everybody will feel amply re
n warded by purchasing their Spring suits
of u. W. Phillips. If perfect fitting suit is any
consideration.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

That the body is now more susceptible to
benefit from medicine than at any other
season. Hence the Importance of taking
Hoods Sarsaparilla now. when it will do
you the most good. 1t is wonderful for
purifying and enriching the blood, creating
an appetite, and giving healthy tone to
the whole system. Be sure to get Hoods
Sarsaparilla, which is peculiar to itself.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

Vote Police Judge bill-NO.
Vote market house bonds-YES.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-03-11

nor RENT-A second hand suit of clothing
in order that the owner may purchase one
of stylish Scotch suitings from J. W. Phillips's
new Spring stock.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1887-10-07
Bismarck and CrisDi.

The CHANCELLORS ORGAN SAYS The INTERVIEW AS.
SUREs The PEACE OF EUROPE.
The North German Gdzette refers in cordial
terms TO the meeting between Prince Bismarck
and SigCnor Crispi THE interview" says the Ga
zette is fresh proof OF the old and tried friend
ship existing between the rulers and people of
Germany and Italy, and has established the fact
that both statesmen have one determination In
conjunction with Australia preserve peace and
prevent a European war, and In case OF necessity
10 ward IL OF together. The task is not Subordi-
nate 10 any pending question Of detail nor the
Outcome or passing personal moods. Ii results
from tnt combined interests OF both nations.
which, having established national unity desire
10 Improve The benefits thus attained Peace
loving citizens ready 10 welcome joyfully every
1resh guarantee OF peace Will regard with salts
1acIior the visits OF count KalnOky and Signor
Cr1spi. The voices from abroad, expressing dis
pressure, ID not come from that great majority OF
European peoples desiring peace, but from those
VINO would seek 10 bring upon nations the calam-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1887-10-07
John Krigl,..s Son Latham.
A VISIT TO IRELAND NJ AXES HIM MORE PRONOU
HOME KULER THAN EVER

A VISIT TO IRELAND NJ AXES HIM A MORE PRONOUNCED
HOME EULER THAN EVER.
Mr.. Latham Bright. u son OF Mr. John Bright
has lately visited Ireland 10 and Judge for him.
self as 10 The actual coalition OF the peasantry.
lie has returned with his views in favor of home
rule confirmed and strengthened. He went to
GlenOeigh and talked freely with the people learn
Ing all he could al first hand concerning the actual
state or affairs In their relation To Mr. Gladstones
scheme OF autonomy and to the governments
hgh-handed proceedings. with the result OF plac-
lnS MIN more decidedly than every on the side Of
The liberals. The line OF conduct which has beer
taken b. his father prevents him from taking a
Very prominent part in pubic way in the home
Iulc movement. Dus this very repression only
Serves 10 increase MS feeling of sympathy with
the Irish people and with the only rational means
mus lar proposed To- the ameliOratiOn OF their un-
happy condition.